1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 35 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 35 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 85 L |